Our back-to-school photo contest is back by popular demand – and with a new twist.

Lakota staff, students and parents are invited to help celebrate a new school year, with our #WEareLakota First Day Photo Contest. And this year, you can use our new custom frame for your photos!

Participating is as easy as posting your first day photos to Facebook, Twitter or Instagram using #WEareLakota and tagging Lakota's account.

The owners of the three photos with the most votes, or "likes," after a full week of school (Aug. 23 at noon) will receive a #WEareLakota t-shirt. Plus, we’ll share the winning photos with the Lakota community through social media, Lakota Online and other district communications.

The new school year begins Thursday, August 16. So get ready to capture those special first day moments at the front stoop, at your bus stop, with your carpool group, or in your classroom.

It's a fun and easy way to celebrate our students’, staff’s and even parents’ smiles on the first day of school.

It’s Easy to Participate:

Whether you’re a student, a parent or a staff member, determine what part of your first day you want to capture and share with others.